1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 314 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Daimler | Ferrari |
| Model | 4.2 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
